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The Scottsdale Community Juneteenth Celebration, presented by Mayo Clinic, will occur on Saturday, June 15. The event is free and open to the public, offering activities, educational opportunities, food, music, games, crafts, and community resources. Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.
Scottsdale Community Juneteenth Celebration Presented by Mayo Clinic
Experience the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience at the Scottsdale Community Juneteenth Celebration presented by Mayo Clinic on June 15. This free and open-to-public event will be held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Day’s Highlights
The event offers a full day of engaging activities, educational opportunities, and family-friendly entertainment. Highlights include indoor and outdoor activities, delicious food, uplifting music, and educational speakers. Attendees can also access health and wellness resources provided by community organizations.
The Scottsdale Diversity Director, Jackie Johnson, encourages everyone to join in the celebration of freedom, unity, and equality. The event is made possible through the generous support of various community sponsors which includes Mayo Clinic, HonorHealth, WillScot Mobile Mini, AARP, AXON, Fry’s Food Stores, SRP and more.
Get Involved
If you wish to support this event, view our sponsorship brochure. If you want to join as a vendor, complete the application form.
Don’t miss out on the 2024 Juneteenth Celebration in Scottsdale. Let’s honor our past and build a future of equality and unity together.
About Juneteenth
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It signifies the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.
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